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CVE-2017-14514

7.5 · HIGH

Directory Traversal on Tenda W15E devices before 15.11.0.14 allows remote attackers to read unencrypted files via a crafted URL.

Published Sep 17, 2017CWE-22EPSS 2.09%

Overview

CVE-2017-14514 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Directory Traversal on Tenda W15E devices before 15.11.0.14 allows remote attackers to read unencrypted files via a crafted URL.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-14514?

CVE-2017-14514 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2017-14514?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-14514?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2017-14514?

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